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Fitch maintains Maldives’ ‘CC’ rating
Maldives Voice
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International credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has reaffirmed the Maldives’ sovereign credit rating at ‘CC’, citing persistent concerns about high external debt levels and the risk of default in the near term. The rating, which Fitch first...
South Asia needs trade corridor: Aleem Khan
The News International
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Islamabad:Pakistan has decided to host a 2-Day Regional Transport Ministerial Conference in October 2025 which will bring together key regional stakeholders. China, Russia, Turkey, Azerbaijan and Central Asian States will be invited to attend this...
Maldives Post Begins Work to Launch Services in Hulhumalé Phase Two
The Maldives Journal
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Maldives Post Limited has commenced preparations to expand its postal services to Phase Two of Hulhumalé, responding to growing demand driven by a rise in international shipments. As part of the initiative, the company has opened a bidding process...
Fitch maintains Maldives’ sovereign credit rating at ‘CC’
Ras Online
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Fitch Ratings has affirmed the Maldives’ sovereign credit rating at ‘CC’, citing strong tourism performance, rising foreign exchange reserves, and improved monetary cooperation with India. Tourist arrivals rose 9.4 percent year-on-year as of June...
Maldives Names Katrina Kaif Global Tourism Ambassador Amid Renewed Ties With India
News18
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June 10, 2025
Last Updated:June 10, 2025, 13:00 IST The timing of the announcement is also crucial as it comes just ahead of the anticipated visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Maldives Actor Katrina Kaif will represent Maldives. (X)Maldives has...
Maldives tourist arrivals from India show signs of recovery
Hotelier Maldives
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June 10, 2025
Tourist arrivals from India to the Maldives are showing signs of recovery, according to the latest data published by the Ministry of Tourism. As of 28 May, the number of Indian visitors to the Maldives totalled 54,257. This marks an increase of...
Maldives names Katrina Kaif as global tourism ambassador ahead of PM Modi's visit
India Today
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June 10, 2025
Actor Katrina Kaif was named the global tourism ambassador for the Maldives, as per an announcement made on Tuesday on social media. The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) announced that they were delighted...
Business News | Raffles Sentosa Singapore Hosts Grand Opening Celebration with an Exceptional Showcase of Culinary and Cultural Excellence
Latestly
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June 10, 2025
NewsVoir Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 10: Raffles Sentosa Singapore, the country's first all-villa resort nestled within 100,000 square metres of lush tropical greenery, commemorated its grand opening with a spectacular celebration on...
Maldives names Katrina Kaif its global brand ambassador for tourism
Hindustan Times
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June 10, 2025
The Maldives has named Bollywood actor Katrina Kaif as its global brand ambassador for tourism, a statement by the country's marketing and public relations department said. Kaif said she was “honoured” to be chosen as the brand ambassador of the...
Want to leverage luxury hospitality experience to grow branded serviced residences: Sandeep Ahuja
ETHospitalityWorld.com
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June 18, 2025
Sandeep Ahuja, global CEO, Atmosphere Living.“We have already signed about 2,000 keys of serviced residences, serviced apartments and hotels which will be delivered over a period of three years,” said Sandeep Ahuja, global CEO of Atmosphere...
Maldives Calls for Fair Certification System for Small-Scale Fisheries at UNOC3 Side Event
The Maldives Journal
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Minister of State for Fisheries and Ocean Resources Aminath Hussain Shareef has called for a fair and equitable certification system that reflects the unique realities of small-scale fisheries. She delivered these remarks at a side event of the...
32 arrested in Maldives, in four-month multinational operation
Raajje
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The Maldives Police Service (MPS) has revealed that 32 individuals were arrested in a special operation conducted by the Maldives Police Service as part of "Operation Secure," which was led by Interpol and carried out over four months. On...
PHL to implement crypto-asset framework
Business World
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June 17, 2025
THE PHILIPPINES will implement a crypto-asset framework as part of its efforts to combat cross-border tax evasion and illicit financial flows, the Department of Finance (DoF) said. In a statement on Tuesday, the DoF said it is committed to...
Fitch Affirms Maldives’ Sovereign Credit Rating at ‘CC’
The Maldives Journal
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Fitch Ratings has maintained the Maldives' sovereign credit rating at ‘CC’, reflecting continued fiscal reforms, improved revenue collection, and better management of foreign reserves and expenditure. The announcement was welcomed by the Ministry...
Fitch maintains Maldives’ credit rating at ‘CC’
Sun Online International
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Top global credit rating agency has maintained Maldives’ credit rating at ‘CC’, citing risk of default persists. Fitch issues credit ratings that provide forward-looking assessments of an entity's or obligation’s relative capacity to fulfill its...
Chef Michael Freeman Named Culinary Director at Paso Robles
Food & Beverage Magazine - Nevada
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June 17, 2025
Paso Robles Inn, the iconic downtown landmark, is proud to announce that Chef Michael Freeman has been named Culinary Director. This appointment, led by Chef Charlie Palmer, marks the beginning of a new era in Paso Robles dining at both Paso...
Katrina Kaif Is Now The Face Of Maldives Tourism—Says It’s “Where Elegance Meets...
iDiva
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June 11, 2025
Katrina Kaif has been one of the most prominent and sought-after names in the Bollywood industry. From her ethereal charm to her impeccable fitness to her outstanding dancing skills to her business acumen, we don’t know what to rave about more! Of...
Air Arabia expands Maldives service with 2 daily flights
Hotelier Maldives
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June 12, 2025
Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, has announced the expansion of its existing service between Sharjah and Maldives to twice daily non-stop flights starting October 27, 2025. The...
PH to adopt crypto asset reporting system – DOF
The Manila Times
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June 17, 2025
THE Philippines will adopt a global framework for crypto-asset reporting to fight cross-border tax evasion and illegal digital currency transactions, the Finance department said in a statement. Finance Secretary Ralph Recto noted the urgency of...
Road Development Corporation Initiates Restructuring to Combat Corruption
The Maldives Journal
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The Road Development Corporation (RDC) has embarked on a comprehensive restructuring initiative aimed at eliminating corruption and enhancing organizational integrity, according to Managing Director Ali Zuhair. In an interview with state media,...